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Dr. Yonghua Tai, MD

Physiatrist

Vallejo, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tai, Physiatrist in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Yonghua Tai, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Tai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tai’s office at (707) 651-1000.

    Where did Dr. Tai go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Shanghai Railway Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Tai speak?

    Dr. Tai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tai typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tai diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Aphasia
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Speech Loss
    • Language Disorder
    • Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
    • Post-stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from stroke
    • Stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
    • I69151: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Spastic Hemiplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Stiff paralysis on one side
    • Spastic one-sided paralysis
    • Hemiparesis with spasticity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8114: Spastic hemiplegia affecting left nondominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Tai typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Tai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tai. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Does Dr. Tai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 651-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tai accept in Vallejo, CA?

    Dr. Tai in Vallejo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Tai's office located?

    Dr. Yonghua Tai's Primary Practice

    975 Sereno Dr

    Vallejo, CA 94589

    (707) 651-1000

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    Dr. Yonghua Tai's Practice 2

    1 Quality Dr

    Vacaville, CA 95688

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tai affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente- Vallejo Medical Center,Vallejo, CA
    Providence Queen Of The Valley Medical Center,Napa, CA

    What is Dr. Tai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053499558.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tai

    What is Dr. Yonghua Tai's specialty?

    Dr. Tai is a Physiatrist near Vallejo, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Yonghua Tai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Yonghua Tai accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Yonghua Tai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Yonghua Tai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (707) 651-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Yonghua Tai?

    Please contact Dr. Tai's office at (707) 651-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tai's office located?

    Dr. Tai's offices are located in Vallejo, CA and Vacaville, CA.